Berlitz Pocket Guide Dublin

by FELLOWS ALICE

• ISBN13: 9789812460912
• ISBN10: 9812460918
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-05-01
• Publisher: Langenscheidt Pub Inc

Summary

Packed with stunning photographs, easy-to-use maps, and all the information you really need to get the most from your visit! In this compact guide, our writers help you plan itineraries for short and longer stays. Complete with must-see sights on and off the beaten track as well as current hotel and restaurant recommendations. And the convenient size of the guide allows you to take it along in your pocket or handbag. Take the world in your pocket next time and travel with this handy Berlitz guide.

Table of Contents

Dublin and the Dubliners	p. 7
A Brief History	p. 12
Where to Go	p. 22
Around Grafton Street	p. 23
Trinity College	p. 27
Dawson and Kildare Streets	p. 30
Old Dublin	p. 37
Temple Bar	p. 37
Dublin Castle	p. 39
Christ Church Cathedral	p. 42
Guinness Brewery	p. 45
The Liberties	p. 48
St Patrick's Cathedral	p. 49
Georgian Dublin	p. 51
Merrion Square	p. 51
Fitzwilliam Square and Ballsbridge	p. 54
North of the River	p. 56
O'Connell Street	p. 60
Parnell Square	p. 63
Phoenix Park	p. 66
Day Trips South of the City	p. 68
James Joyce Museum	p. 69
Avoca and the Avoca Handweavers	p. 69
Glendalough	p. 70
Mount Usher Gardens	p. 71
Powerscourt Estate	p. 72
Russborough House	p. 73
Day Trips West of the City	p. 74
Castletown House	p. 74
Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens	p. 74
Day Trips North of the City	p. 75
National Botanic Gardens	p. 76
Marino Casino	p. 76
Malahide Castle and Estate	p. 77
Newbridge House and Victorian Farm	p. 78
Newgrange	p. 79
Tara	p. 80
What to Do	p. 81
Pubs	p. 81
Shopping	p. 83
Shopping Centres	p. 84
Markets	p. 84
What to Buy	p. 85
Entertainment	p. 89
Theatre	p. 89
Comedy	p. 90
Classical Music and Opera	p. 91
Rock, Folk and Jazz	p. 93
Dance	p. 93
Film	p. 93
Nightclubs	p. 94
Sports	p. 95
Dublin for Children	p. 96
Eating Out	p. 98
Handy Travel Tips	p. 104
Hotels and Restaurants	p. 127
Index	p. 142
Fact Sheets
Georgian Dublin	p. 17
Historical Landmarks	p. 21
Finding Your Ancestors	p. 32
The Legend of British Justice	p. 41
Another Monument to Irish Humour	p. 64
SuperSaver Card	p. 67
Ireland's National Theatre	p. 91
Traditional Musk	p. 92
Calendar of Events	p. 97
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